Francis Scott Key Elementary / Middle School

Tenerra McFadden is entering her third year as principal of Francis Scott Key ES/MS. With over 24 years of experience in education, Ms. McFadden believes that every child can achieve and excel with the proper support. She champions a school community built on collaboration, reflection, flexibility, and love to ensure every child’s academic, social, and emotional needs are met. Ms. McFadden's personal mantra of "progress over perfection" is the foundation of her mission to work with her school community in taking Francis Scott Key "From Good to Great!"

Ms. McFadden has served as a School Administrator at a number of schools in Baltimore, including Johnston Square Elementary School, North Bend Elementary/Middle School, and Mary Ann Winterling Elementary School. Throughout her tenure in City Schools, she has held numerous leadership roles such as School Test Coordinator, New Teacher Institute Facilitator, College-Career Readiness Lead, as well as chairing various committees and extracurricular activities. Ms. McFadden's focus throughout her career has been to increase the opportunities for all students to achieve and succeed beyond expectations and to provide both students and staff with the resources and support needed to ensure success for all.

Ms. McFadden is a native Baltimorean and a product of City Schools. She attended Western High School and earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Towson University. Ms. McFadden is also a self-published author and a gym enthusiast, citing writing, dancing, and working out as her preferred methods of self-care. Ms. McFadden currently resides in Baltimore with her three children